Oak Grove School District
Special Education Teacher - SDC, Herman Intermediate - Open Recruitment 25-26 SY
Oak Grove School District, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
About the Employer
Oak Grove School District has a total student enrollment of approximately 8,690 from grades TK-8. There are 15 elementary schools and 3 intermediate schools. Six out of seventeen schools receive Title I funds. Schools range from the highest student enrollment (730) to the lowest student enrollment (269). The percentage of English Learners is 29% representing 56 languages spoken in the district.
Oak Grove School District's focus is driven by the LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) and school site-specific SPSA (Single Plan for Student Achievement) which identifies short, intermediate, and long-term goals. First and foremost in all activities is the safety of students as well as student success in the areas of math and reading/language arts interwoven with science, social studies and visual and performing arts. Student performance goals have been integrated into the state and federal accountability systems. Annually, the LCAP and SPSA's are updated with our students, staff and various community groups in keeping with our core values, the vision, and the annual goals.
The District is located in the southeastern corner of San Jose, California bounded by Capitol Expressway to the north, Canoas Creek to the west, Bernal Road to the south and the foothills to the east.
Our Mission is to "Ensure Every Child's Potential is Achieved" driving our Core Values: Student Learning, Positive Interdependence, Quality Performance, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Respect
The Oak Grove School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Job Summary
Mission Statement At Herman we have created a 21st Century middle school that engages students, staff and community.
Core Values Patriots are Respectful, are Responsible, are Safe.
Students collaborate in rigorous and relevant Common Core lessons. Rigor is the level of thinking student do, and relevance is the application of knowledge through problem solving. The instructional programs include Project Based Learning, Sobrato Early Academic Language Development, Number Talks, and integration with science and history/social science content. Visual and Performing Arts is offered at the different grade levels.
Classrooms are enhanced with 21st Century Technology: Chromebooks and Google Apps. One-to-one Chromebooks in grades 6-8 and Two-to-one Chromebooks in grades TK-5. All students use Google Apps for Education and other online resources. Technology is a critical component of students' lives and preparation for college and careers.
Regular attendance and punctuality are important to the students' achievement success. School attendance also develops positive qualities important throughout life. The Oak Grove School District is a partner with students and parents in ensuring all students are career and college ready. We recognize that student achievement and consistent school attendance have a direct correlation.
Family engagement promotes children's learning and healthy development in Oak Grove. Family engagement refers to the inclusion of families in activities and programs that promote children's development, learning, and wellness, including in the planning, development, and evaluation of such activities, programs, and the Local Control and Accountability Plan.
Parents and guardians are provided opportunities to School Choice and Programs. We engage students in their learning by implementing activities and strategies for students in rigorous and relevant learning environments focused on collaboration, communication, critical thinking and creativ
Requirements / Qualifications
Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please send 3 and only 3) Resume
Comments and Other Information
Salary listed is reflective of 24-25 Salary Schedule
The $1,500 stipend is for a full-year
Oak Grove School District has a total student enrollment of approximately 8,690 from grades TK-8. There are 15 elementary schools and 3 intermediate schools. Six out of seventeen schools receive Title I funds. Schools range from the highest student enrollment (730) to the lowest student enrollment (269). The percentage of English Learners is 29% representing 56 languages spoken in the district.
Oak Grove School District's focus is driven by the LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) and school site-specific SPSA (Single Plan for Student Achievement) which identifies short, intermediate, and long-term goals. First and foremost in all activities is the safety of students as well as student success in the areas of math and reading/language arts interwoven with science, social studies and visual and performing arts. Student performance goals have been integrated into the state and federal accountability systems. Annually, the LCAP and SPSA's are updated with our students, staff and various community groups in keeping with our core values, the vision, and the annual goals.
The District is located in the southeastern corner of San Jose, California bounded by Capitol Expressway to the north, Canoas Creek to the west, Bernal Road to the south and the foothills to the east.
Our Mission is to "Ensure Every Child's Potential is Achieved" driving our Core Values: Student Learning, Positive Interdependence, Quality Performance, Inclusivity, Integrity, and Respect
The Oak Grove School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Job Summary
Mission Statement At Herman we have created a 21st Century middle school that engages students, staff and community.
Core Values Patriots are Respectful, are Responsible, are Safe.
Students collaborate in rigorous and relevant Common Core lessons. Rigor is the level of thinking student do, and relevance is the application of knowledge through problem solving. The instructional programs include Project Based Learning, Sobrato Early Academic Language Development, Number Talks, and integration with science and history/social science content. Visual and Performing Arts is offered at the different grade levels.
Classrooms are enhanced with 21st Century Technology: Chromebooks and Google Apps. One-to-one Chromebooks in grades 6-8 and Two-to-one Chromebooks in grades TK-5. All students use Google Apps for Education and other online resources. Technology is a critical component of students' lives and preparation for college and careers.
Regular attendance and punctuality are important to the students' achievement success. School attendance also develops positive qualities important throughout life. The Oak Grove School District is a partner with students and parents in ensuring all students are career and college ready. We recognize that student achievement and consistent school attendance have a direct correlation.
Family engagement promotes children's learning and healthy development in Oak Grove. Family engagement refers to the inclusion of families in activities and programs that promote children's development, learning, and wellness, including in the planning, development, and evaluation of such activities, programs, and the Local Control and Accountability Plan.
Parents and guardians are provided opportunities to School Choice and Programs. We engage students in their learning by implementing activities and strategies for students in rigorous and relevant learning environments focused on collaboration, communication, critical thinking and creativ
Requirements / Qualifications
Letter of Introduction Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please send 3 and only 3) Resume
Comments and Other Information
Salary listed is reflective of 24-25 Salary Schedule
The $1,500 stipend is for a full-year